#F8F2EA Hex Color
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This pale, bleached orange sits between a warm neutral and a faded grey. Because it is highly desaturated, #f8f2ea serves best as a clean background that feels less sterile than pure white. You can layer black text over this hex code with ease, as the contrast remains sharp. Avoid placing it directly against bright white, as the subtle tone may look washed out.
Questions about #f8f2ea
What is #f8f2ea in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f8f2ea is rgb(248, 242, 234), in HSL hsl(34, 50%, 95%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 6%, 3%.
How does #f8f2ea compare to a standard off-white?
Unlike a standard off-white which often leans yellow or cool grey, #f8f2ea contains a distinct, desaturated orange undertone that gives it a warmer, more organic feel. It effectively replaces pure white when you want a softer, less clinical aesthetic.
Is #f8f2ea readable on white or black?
#f8f2ea has a 1.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.88:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.